Michael Jackson RIP- Washington DC Photo

Based on all of the news accounts, it looks like Michael Jackson has died. The gifted and sometimes wacky "King of Pop" will be missed.

Here's a photo of Michael Jackson from 1984 when he visited the White House in Washington DC.


His 1982 album "Thriller"still remains the biggest-selling album of all time, with more than 26 million copies.

We should all wear a white glove to work tomorrow in honor of the impact he had on the music industry.

Thanks for the memories Michael.

Seo Taiji Kicks off new LiveTour in Korea - Taiji

The Korean iconic pop star Seo Taiji kicked off his 2009 Concert Tour "The Mobius" last night (June 14th) and wowed a crowd of about 10,000. His national tour will promote his upcoming eighth album.

Here's a video from his last live tour in 2004:

Swine Flu Song - Stephan Zielinski

Spare time Musician, Stephan Zielinski (41), was inspired by the raging Swine Flue virus and decided to write a Swine Flu Song. I've heard a few of the songs out there already, but Zielinski is the only one with an interesting approach to the song composing. Before you listen to the song, it's better to understand how he made the song.

Zielinzki wrote his song by taking various properties of the Swine Flu Protein, and assigned them to different musical notes. Then he took the parts that make up the protein (amino acids) and assigned them to various instruments. Once his mapping was complete... he had composed a song. It's a very unique approach.

Now that you understand how he made the song, you can give it a listen (http://stephan-zielinski.com/static/Swine%20Flu%20Hemagglutinin.mp3). The song makes a horrible virus sound peaceful.

Stephan Zielinzki is based out of San Francisco, California. When Stephan isn't writing songs about the Swine Flu, he is a computer programmer among other things.

Shamrock Fest - Washington DC - March 2010

Shamrock Fest - Washington DC - March 13th 2010 (1:00 - 9:00pm)

It's that time of year again to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. The National Shamrock Fest in Washington DC, is the largest and most exciting Saint Paddy's festival on the East Coast featuring more than 40 live bands and DJ's. The event takes place on March 13th, and lasts from 1 - 9pm.

Events include:

• 40+ bands and djs
• 10 massive stages
• Dozens of party areas
• Carnival rides
• Games
• Activities
• Strolling entertainers
• Irish Village – with all your favorite Irish bars
• Shamrock Pub Games
  
• NCAA basketball viewing tents
• Tons of beer trucks serving a variety of brands
• Visit the D.C. United interactive tent
• Acres of food & beverage vendors
• Dozens of craft vendors
• Much, much, lots more!

More Info:
http://musicdc.com/listings/story.php?title=shamrock-fest-2010-rfk-stadium-grounds-washington-dc-march-13th

Shamrock fest 2010 is going to be awesome again this year!

13th Annual Columbia Pike Blues Festival

The 13th Annual Columbia Pike Blues Festival will held on Saturday June 21, 1:00 to 8:00 pm. on S. Walter Reed Dr. 6 bands are lined up for the event, including headliner "Roomful of Blues". In addition to the music, the Festival will include international food, children's activities, arts & crafts & more.

More info can be found at http://www.columbiapike.org/

Napster Launches MP3 Store - challenging Apple.

It looks like Napster is going after Apple iTunes.

More: Napster Mp3 Store Launch

Maybe this will help drive down the price more. :)

Music Events DC

BIRCHMERE
Thu., 4/24, Joe Ely. Sun., 4/27, The Proclaimers, Jeremy Fisher. Tue., 4/29, Sissel. Wed., 4/30, The Waifs, Pete & J.
3701 Mount Vernon Ave.,

Black Cat
Thu., 4/24, The Nightwatchman. Fri., 4/25, Destroyer, Andrew Ethier. Sat., 4/26, Jay Reatard, Cheap Time, The Shirks. Sun., 4/27, Urge Overkill, Suffrajett. Tue., 4/29, Tokyo Police Club, Smoosh, Meligrove Band. Fri., 5/2, The Kills, Telepathe. Sat., 5/3, Jukebox the Ghost, Travis Morrison Hellfighters, The XYZ Affair.
1811 14th St. NW.

9:30 Club
815 V St. NW.
Washington, DC

Blues Alley
1073 Wisconsin Ave.
Washington, DC

Black Cat
1811 14th St. NW
Washington, DC

Fur Nightclub
33 Patterson Street Ne,
Washington, DC Galaxy Hut
2711 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA


The State Theatre
220 N. Washington
Falls Church, VA